Viktor Shuvalov is 97 years old!

On the 15th of December, Soviet ice hockey legend, 1954 world champion and 1956 Olympic gold medalist Viktor Shumalov celebrates his birthday. Today, he turned 97 years of age.

Viktor's huge dedication to ice hockey has helped develop the sport all over the country. The Russian Ice Hockey Federation wishes Viktor a very happy birthday, as well as health and family happiness!